2026-27 LPN - District Wide (Pool of 4 positions)
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2026-27 LPN - District Wide (Pool of 4 positions)
North Thurston Public Schools District Wide – Lacey, Washington (Open in Google Maps)
Job Details
Job ID:
5668545
Application Deadline:
May 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 24, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
Employment Begins: 2026-2027 School Year
Varied 7.0 to 8.0 hrs/day, 5 days/week, 189 days/year
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
STANDARD POSITION DESCRIPTION
Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Assigned School(s)
Reports to: School Nurse and/or Building Administrator
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NTPA
Part I: Position Summary
Work is typically performed at school sites, including the health room, office, classroom, school grounds and general school environment. This position provides student care for illness, injuries, medications and procedures. Monitors health and safety concerns, e.g., crisis/disaster planning. Will inform Registered Nurse of students with health concerns and/or special needs. Works as a team member with the school nurse, intervention specialist, counselor, principal, teachers, and parents.
The District represents a diverse community with a population of more than 50% of students with diverse backgrounds. We seek an individual who has successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities. The selected candidate must demonstrate a commitment to strengthening community engagement and communication with the District’s diverse populations.
Part II: Supervision and Controls over the Work
The Licensed Practical Nurse works under the supervision of a school nurse or administrator, who assigns specific responsibilities, provides policy and procedural direction and guidance, and who is available in more difficult situations and emergencies. Licensed Practical Nurse must follow and comply with local and state codes and appropriate health authority requirements.
Part III: Major Duties and Responsibilities
Individualize and implement health care plans for students with critical health care needs. Provide nursing care as delegated by school nurse and as outlined in individual health care plans.
Triage, assess illnesses and injuries and take the appropriate action.
Administer medication and treatments per RCW: 28A.210.260, and License Practical Nurse RCW: 18.79.270 and WAC: 246-840-705.
Assist in organizing and implementing state screenings (vision, hearing and scoliosis).
Make appropriate health referrals based upon knowledge of available community resources.
Record health information in individual student health records.
Assist with maintenance of site lists of significant health conditions, student exemptions, and students receiving medication.
Ride school bus with student from home facility to school and returning with student from school facility to home facility.
Administer specialized physical health care services under the supervision of the school nurse when site level staff is unavailable, using standard procedures.
Adhere to requirements for confidentiality regarding students’ records; discreetly handle sensitive information pertaining to staff, parents and students.
Provide 1:1 educational and behavior assistance as secondary to the student’s medical needs.
Assist teachers in assessment, curriculum implementation, student interactions, enforcing safe behaviors, and enhancing the social growth of the student in the classroom.
Operate a computer to input, retrieve, and file data and text.
Follow Board policies and stay abreast of updates and changes.
Part IV: Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of health care and LPN techniques and principles, including pharmacology, and state federal regulations affecting LPN licensure.
Ability to recognize situations that exceed LPN training and expertise, necessitating the need to notify and consult with a district Registered Nurse (RN).
Ability to work with student’s IEPs and 504 plans.
Ability to administer medications and treatments to students, and knowledge of attendant laws and policies for dispensing and control of medications and treatments.
Knowledge of communicable diseases and ability to report such diseases to appropriate municipal and governmental agencies, and school personnel.
Experience working with culturally diverse families and communities, or commitment to strengthening engagement of diverse community and skill in communication.
Associate’s degree or higher.
Current Washington State License as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (License Practical Nurse RCW: 18.79.270 and WAC 246-840-705).
Current certification in CPR and First Aid. Defibrillator training may be required.
Ability to work effectively in an environment with frequent interruptions requiring the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work while responding to interruptions and changing priorities.
Ability to interact with students, parents, staff, and community members, personally and through electronic communications, in a warm and confident manner.
Initiative and ability to work with minimal direction; sound judgment and decision-making capabilities are essential.
Maintain confidentiality of all school and personnel matters.
Willing to travel between schools and be flexible with assignments.
Valid Washington state driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Ability to transport students in district-owned vehicles when necessary.
Part V: Desired Qualifications
Bilingual skills.
Knowledge of state codes related to school health service.
Training in emergency medical treatment.
Training in ventilator treatment and care.
Part VI: Physical and Environmental Requirements
The employee must lift and/or move 25 to 50 pounds, and may assist, move, or restrain students with greater weight when required to assist students or intervene in student safety issues.
Frequently required to sit, lift, carry, crouch, crawl, bend, kneel, move about, hear and speak.
May perform extensive work at a computer display terminal. Vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
May be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials or illnesses during the course of duties. Noise level is moderate but can be loud.
Insurance Benefits
Employees anticipating 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long‑term disability and basic life insurance benefits. Benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
Eligible employees must be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan.
Employees can participate in tax‑deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP) and choose from multiple investment options.
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Thurston School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
The following employees handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Officer: executivedirectorHR@nthurston.k12.wa.us, 360-412-4453; Section 504 Coordinator at 360-412-4465, 504@nthurston.k12.wa.us. Address: 305 College St. NE. Lacey, WA 98516.
***IMPORTANT INFORMATION***
Effective June 11, 1992, all new employees must complete a satisfactory fingerprint and sexual misconduct background check. All employment is considered temporary until receipt of a satisfactory check. Proof that the fingerprinting process has begun must be supplied to Human Resources prior to the first day of employment.
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
Email: hr@ntps.org
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North Thurston Public Schools District Wide – Lacey, Washington (Open in Google Maps)
Job Details
Job ID:
5668545
Application Deadline:
May 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 24, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
Employment Begins: 2026-2027 School Year
Varied 7.0 to 8.0 hrs/day, 5 days/week, 189 days/year
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
STANDARD POSITION DESCRIPTION
Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Assigned School(s)
Reports to: School Nurse and/or Building Administrator
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NTPA
Part I: Position Summary
Work is typically performed at school sites, including the health room, office, classroom, school grounds and general school environment. This position provides student care for illness, injuries, medications and procedures. Monitors health and safety concerns, e.g., crisis/disaster planning. Will inform Registered Nurse of students with health concerns and/or special needs. Works as a team member with the school nurse, intervention specialist, counselor, principal, teachers, and parents.
The District represents a diverse community with a population of more than 50% of students with diverse backgrounds. We seek an individual who has successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities. The selected candidate must demonstrate a commitment to strengthening community engagement and communication with the District’s diverse populations.
Part II: Supervision and Controls over the Work
The Licensed Practical Nurse works under the supervision of a school nurse or administrator, who assigns specific responsibilities, provides policy and procedural direction and guidance, and who is available in more difficult situations and emergencies. Licensed Practical Nurse must follow and comply with local and state codes and appropriate health authority requirements.
Part III: Major Duties and Responsibilities
Individualize and implement health care plans for students with critical health care needs. Provide nursing care as delegated by school nurse and as outlined in individual health care plans.
Triage, assess illnesses and injuries and take the appropriate action.
Administer medication and treatments per RCW: 28A.210.260, and License Practical Nurse RCW: 18.79.270 and WAC: 246-840-705.
Assist in organizing and implementing state screenings (vision, hearing and scoliosis).
Make appropriate health referrals based upon knowledge of available community resources.
Record health information in individual student health records.
Assist with maintenance of site lists of significant health conditions, student exemptions, and students receiving medication.
Ride school bus with student from home facility to school and returning with student from school facility to home facility.
Administer specialized physical health care services under the supervision of the school nurse when site level staff is unavailable, using standard procedures.
Adhere to requirements for confidentiality regarding students’ records; discreetly handle sensitive information pertaining to staff, parents and students.
Provide 1:1 educational and behavior assistance as secondary to the student’s medical needs.
Assist teachers in assessment, curriculum implementation, student interactions, enforcing safe behaviors, and enhancing the social growth of the student in the classroom.
Operate a computer to input, retrieve, and file data and text.
Follow Board policies and stay abreast of updates and changes.
Part IV: Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of health care and LPN techniques and principles, including pharmacology, and state federal regulations affecting LPN licensure.
Ability to recognize situations that exceed LPN training and expertise, necessitating the need to notify and consult with a district Registered Nurse (RN).
Ability to work with student’s IEPs and 504 plans.
Ability to administer medications and treatments to students, and knowledge of attendant laws and policies for dispensing and control of medications and treatments.
Knowledge of communicable diseases and ability to report such diseases to appropriate municipal and governmental agencies, and school personnel.
Experience working with culturally diverse families and communities, or commitment to strengthening engagement of diverse community and skill in communication.
Associate’s degree or higher.
Current Washington State License as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (License Practical Nurse RCW: 18.79.270 and WAC 246-840-705).
Current certification in CPR and First Aid. Defibrillator training may be required.
Ability to work effectively in an environment with frequent interruptions requiring the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work while responding to interruptions and changing priorities.
Ability to interact with students, parents, staff, and community members, personally and through electronic communications, in a warm and confident manner.
Initiative and ability to work with minimal direction; sound judgment and decision-making capabilities are essential.
Maintain confidentiality of all school and personnel matters.
Willing to travel between schools and be flexible with assignments.
Valid Washington state driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Ability to transport students in district-owned vehicles when necessary.
Part V: Desired Qualifications
Bilingual skills.
Knowledge of state codes related to school health service.
Training in emergency medical treatment.
Training in ventilator treatment and care.
Part VI: Physical and Environmental Requirements
The employee must lift and/or move 25 to 50 pounds, and may assist, move, or restrain students with greater weight when required to assist students or intervene in student safety issues.
Frequently required to sit, lift, carry, crouch, crawl, bend, kneel, move about, hear and speak.
May perform extensive work at a computer display terminal. Vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
May be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials or illnesses during the course of duties. Noise level is moderate but can be loud.
Insurance Benefits
Employees anticipating 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long‑term disability and basic life insurance benefits. Benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
Eligible employees must be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan.
Employees can participate in tax‑deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP) and choose from multiple investment options.
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Thurston School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
The following employees handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Officer: executivedirectorHR@nthurston.k12.wa.us, 360-412-4453; Section 504 Coordinator at 360-412-4465, 504@nthurston.k12.wa.us. Address: 305 College St. NE. Lacey, WA 98516.
***IMPORTANT INFORMATION***
Effective June 11, 1992, all new employees must complete a satisfactory fingerprint and sexual misconduct background check. All employment is considered temporary until receipt of a satisfactory check. Proof that the fingerprinting process has begun must be supplied to Human Resources prior to the first day of employment.
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
Email: hr@ntps.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr